More articles about: Colon Cancer
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High levels of ammonia in colon tumors inhibits T cell growth and response to immunotherapy
In mouse models and serum samples, an FDA-approved drug that lowers ammonia levels made the tumors more sensitive to treatment.
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Dietary change starves cancer cells, overcoming treatment resistance
A new study in cells and mice from the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center has found that a low-protein diet and a specific reduction in amino acids can improve treatment for colon cancer.
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Implanted Chemotherapy Device Has Kept Her Cancer in Check for More Than a Year
A decades-old tool experiencing a revival, hepatic artery infusion pumps can offer a powerful option for some patients whose colorectal cancer has spread to the liver.
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A Trusting Relationship with Her Provider – and Zumba – Help One Woman Get Past Metastatic Colon Cancer
From early stage colon cancer to advanced metastatic disease, Jennifer Watson’s cancer journey illustrates the importance of advocating for your health and partnering with a care team you trust.
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New Technique Identifies Important Mutations Behind Lynch Syndrome
Approach could improve predictive value of genetic screening.
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Health Inequality Actually Is a “Black and White Issue”, Research Says
University of Michigan research shows the direct correlation between systemic racism and racial health disparities in the United States.
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Delivering Cancer Treatment on a Nanodisc Helps Eliminate Tumors
The novel platform for chemoimmunotherapy eliminated colon cancer in 85 percent of treated mice.
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Beating Stage 4 Colon Cancer with Trust, Treatment and Community
Stage 4 colon cancer survivor Phil Scamihorn shares his inspiring journey to becoming cancer-free after a colon cancer diagnosis in 2012.
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A Cheerleader’s Rallying Cry: Don’t Ignore Colon Cancer Symptoms
Read about how this nursing student faces the future with a cheerful determination after being Diagnosed with colon cancer as a teenager.
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Two Ways to Have a More Comfortable Colonoscopy
Learn how Michigan Medicine doctors are taking steps to make crucial colonoscopy screening a little easier.
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Lynch Syndrome and Colon Cancer Risk: One Family’s Story
A family history of cancer had been a longtime fact of life for one Michigan Medicine nurse. After digging deeper — and being diagnosed herself — she learned why.
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Should Young People Get a Colon Cancer Screening? It Depends on Their Risk
A Michigan Medicine expert explains implications of increasing colon cancer diagnosis among young people and how this impacts the age at which you should begin getting screened for colon cancer.
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Young African-Americans with Colon Cancer Fare Worse
African-Americans diagnosed with colorectal cancer at a young age had worse outcomes compared to other patients. Learn what could be causing the disparity.